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Role: Junior Buyer
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Working Pattern: Full Time, Permanent, 4 Days Office / 1 Day Home
Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE + Bonus
Benefits: Up to £3,000 annual bonus, staff discount, free parking, birthday off after one year’s service, health cash plan scheme
About Us
At Buy It Direct, we’re redefining the eCommerce landscape. From humble beginnings, we’ve become one of the UK’s largest and fastest-growing online retailers — and we’re just getting started.
Our Appliances Direct team is passionate about delivering a market-leading range of products to our customers. We’re now on the lookout for a talented, results-driven Junior Buyer to join us on this exciting journey. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are detail-oriented, proactive, and keen to influence market trends, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the P&L for your product categories and drive them to success.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers to secure the best products at competitive prices.
- Develop and maintain a high-performing product range and strategy.
- Understand customer needs and tailor your product offering accordingly.
- Collaborate with the merchandising team to manage Open-To-Buy (OTB) and maximise sales.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to forecast demand and future product opportunities.
- Partner with marketing to plan and manage promotional calendars, securing additional supplier marketing support.
- Track and manage return rates, working with suppliers to minimise costs.
- Strategically manage promotional plans to ensure optimal stock levels during peak periods.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables essential).
- Excellent attention to detail and a keen sense for spotting trends.
- Proven commercial success and solid negotiation skills.
- Experience working with branded products in an online retail environment.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Adaptability and a fast-paced work ethic.
- Confident presenting to senior stakeholders, with a collaborative and personable approach.
- OEM sourcing experience is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
- The chance to shape product ranges and directly influence business growth.
- A fast-moving, collaborative working environment.
- Career progression and exposure to end-to-end buying processes.
Ready to make your mark as a Junior Buyer?
If you’re currently an Assistant or Junior Buyer looking to take the next step in your career, and you’re passionate about driving growth, we’d love to hear from you.
